lots

lots · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A large number or amount (more informal than "a lot").

  2. 2.

    Plural of "lot": portions, plots of land, or items at auction.

  3. 3.

    Very much; a great deal.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    lots of — Many; much (informal).
  • •
    lots and lots — A very large amount.
  • •
    thanks lots — Thank you very much (informal).

Related words

Antonyms: few, little
See also: lot, many, much, numerous, plenty
Synonyms: many, much, numerous, plenty

Etymology

Plural of "lot," from Old English hlot ("lot, portion"). The use as an informal quantifier ("lots of") developed in Modern English.